Physician - Hepatologist Transplant

Position Overview

The University of Oklahoma (OU) and OU Health are seeking a highly qualified Staff Hepatologist with transplant hepatology experience for appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor to join Oklahoma’s only comprehensive academic medical center.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive evaluation and management of patients with advanced liver disease, including pre- and post-liver transplant care.
• Participate in the evaluation, selection, and ongoing management of liver transplant candidates in accordance with evidence-based protocols.
• Collaborate closely with transplant surgeons, anesthesiologists, transplant coordinators, advanced practice providers, and other members of the multidisciplinary transplant team.
• Participate in inpatient consult services and outpatient hepatology clinics.
• Share in on-call responsibilities related to transplant hepatology services.
• Adhere to established transplant protocols and policies to ensure compliance with UNOS, OPTN, CMS, and institutional standards.
• Participate in quality assurance, performance improvement, and data reporting initiatives supporting transplant program outcomes.
• Aid in outreach and referral development efforts in collaboration with program leadership.
• Participate in clinical research, quality improvement projects, or scholarly activities related to hepatology and liver transplantation, consistent with academic rank.
• Teach and mentor medical students, residents, fellows, and advanced practice providers as part of OU Health’s academic mission.
• Remain current with advances in hepatology and transplant medicine and integrate evidence-based practices into patient care.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree
• Board certified in Gastroenterology and Transplant Hepatology
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Gastroenterology fellowship and Transplant Hepatology fellowship
• Experience in transplant hepatology, including management of pre- and post-liver transplant patients
• Academic medical center or high-volume transplant program experience preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical expertise in advanced liver disease and transplant hepatology
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary academic and clinical environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to patient-centered care, teaching, and continuous quality improvement

Work Environment & Schedule

Position based at OU Health in Oklahoma City within a dedicated transplant and hepatology clinical setting. Combination of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities. On-call duties shared among transplant hepatology faculty.

Responsibilities

Direct patient care as well as teaching and supervision of residents and fellows, medical students, and other trainees. Will practice in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have or be able to obtain a Oklahoma medical license prior to employment and be BC/BE in Gastroenterology
• Candidates are eligible for faculty appointments through the OU College of Medicine - appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience
• Continued employment will be contingent upon successfully obtaining Board Certification in the eligibility timeframe of your specialty

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.